EX36 3BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Mole Ridge Way, 0.3km from South Molton in South Molton. Administratively it sits within South Molton ward and the North Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX36 3BE represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £189k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX36 3BE are sourced from Output Area E00180284 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOLE RIDGE WAY, EX36 3BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOLE RIDGE WAY, EX36 3BE.
467
53
£ 41,000 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX36 3BE spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX36 3BE. The average age is 53.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 189,750
2 sales · Mean £ 189,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX36 3BE has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
South Molton Community Primary School
South Molton Community College
South Molton United Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Griffins Yard0.1 km
- Mole Valley Farmers0.7 km
- Sanders News Centre0.3 km
- Shapland And Searle0.3 km
- South Molton Services0.4 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Kings B&B0.3 km
- Ashley House Bed and Breakfast0.3 km
- George Hotel0.3 km
- Town Arms0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Masonic Club0.4 km
- The Coaching Inn0.3 km
- Bar 270.3 km
- Kings Arms Hotel0.3 km
- South Molton Conservative Club0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Avo Craft Cafe0.4 km
- Eaton Aerospace0.8 km
- MJ Caterers0.7 km
- Stumbles Bistro0.3 km
- The Corn Dolly0.4 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Moorland Larder0.4 km
- Subway0.3 km
- Bengal Tiger0.6 km
- Mandarin Chinese0.5 km
- Pagoda Wok0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Umberleigh10.6 km
- Kings Nympton10.6 km
- Portsmouth Arms10.7 km
Bus Stops
- Quince Honey Farm0.1 km
- Quince Honey Farm0.1 km
- Primary School0.3 km
- King Street0.3 km
- Broad Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX363BE · Data under Open Government Licence